leftist
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.someone who supports political ideas that focus on social equality and often wants the government to help people more.
n.an individual who supports the politics of the left, typically advocating for social reform, egalitarianism, and greater economic regulation.
Simple“As a dedicated leftist, she spent her weekends campaigning for better public housing.”
In context“The candidate struggled to unite the moderate wing of the party with the more radical leftists who demanded systemic economic change.”
SynonymsAntonymsrightistconservative - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describing political ideas or groups that want to reduce inequality and change how money is shared in society.
adj.pertaining to the political left or its ideologies, often used to describe policies, movements, or rhetoric.
Simple“The university is known for its history of leftist student protests.”
In context“The government faced criticism from leftist organisations for its decision to privatise the national railway system.”
Synonymsleft wingprogressiveAntonymsright wingconservative
“For many Jewish leftists before 1948, Zionism was far from the only vision for the Jewish future.”